Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the energy changes involved in chemical bond formation?
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11. Bonding & Molecular Structure
Chemical Bonds
Multiple Choice
Which of these atoms is most likely to share electrons with other atoms?
A
Sodium
B
Oxygen
C
Neon
D
Chlorine
Verified step by step guidance1
Identify the type of elements given: Sodium (Na), Oxygen (O), Neon (Ne), and Chlorine (Cl).
Understand the concept of electron sharing: Atoms share electrons to achieve a full outer electron shell, often following the octet rule.
Consider the electron configuration of each element: Sodium (Na) has 1 electron in its outer shell, Oxygen (O) has 6, Neon (Ne) has 8, and Chlorine (Cl) has 7.
Recognize that noble gases like Neon (Ne) already have a full outer shell and are unlikely to share electrons.
Determine which element is most likely to share electrons to achieve a full outer shell: Oxygen (O) needs 2 more electrons to complete its octet, making it more likely to share electrons compared to the others.
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